Virtual University of Pakistan Jobs 2026 — Directors, Deputy Directors & Staff Posts

Overview

Virtual University of Pakistan, a federal chartered public university, has published a recruitment notification inviting applications from qualified and motivated individuals for multiple positions at its Head Office in Islamabad and regional offices. The official advertisement was published in The News newspaper on September 13, 2026. Job appointments are being offered on a contractual basis for a three-year period, extendable subject to satisfactory performance.

The hiring drive covers administrative, management, and technical roles across executive and junior pay scales. Placements for all advertised executive roles will be at the Head Office in Islamabad. For the technical role of Electrician, positions are distributed between Lahore and Islamabad.

Positions and vacancies

• Director Planning & Development: 01 post, Pay Scale E-I, Islamabad
• Director Administration: 01 post, Pay Scale E-II, Islamabad
• Director Campuses: 01 post, Pay Scale E-II, Islamabad
• General Manager Professional Development Centre: 01 post, Pay Scale E-II, Islamabad
• Deputy Director ORIC: 01 post, Pay Scale E-II, Islamabad
• Deputy Director Planning & Development: 01 post, Pay Scale E-III, Islamabad
• Deputy Registrar (Legal): 01 post, Pay Scale E-III, Islamabad
• Deputy Director Finance (Planning & Commercial): 01 post, Pay Scale E-III, Islamabad
• Assistant Director ORIC: 01 post, Pay Scale E-IV, Islamabad
• Deputy Director Administration: 02 posts, Pay Scale E-IV, Islamabad
• Assistant Director Admin: 02 posts, Pay Scale E-V, Islamabad
• Public Relation Officer: 01 post, Pay Scale J-II, Islamabad
• Electrician: 03 posts, Pay Scale J-VI (02 in Lahore, 01 in Islamabad)

Eligibility and qualification

• Director Planning & Development: 16 years HEC-recognized engineering degree plus MBA or PMP, with 15 years post-qualification experience.
• Director Administration: 1st Class Master's degree in Public/Business Administration or HR with 10 years experience.
• Director Campuses: 1st Class Master's degree in Public/Business Administration or HR with 10 years senior management experience, including 5 years regional management.
• General Manager PDC: PhD with 10 years experience (6 years post-PhD) or 18-year Master's/MS/MPhil with 14 years experience.
• Deputy Director ORIC: Minimum 18 years education (MS/MPhil/MBA) with 5 years university management or corporate administrative experience.
• Deputy Registrar (Legal): LLB/LLM/Bar at Law or Master's in public policy with 7 years legal practice experience (5 years for LLM) and Bar Council membership.
• Deputy Director Planning & Development: 16 years education in Engineering/Management Sciences with 7 years experience and PC-1 writing skills.
• Deputy Director Finance: ACA/ACMA with 8 years experience OR MBA/MPA/Bachelor's in Finance with 10 years experience.
• Assistant Director ORIC: BS Hons/Master's/MS with 3 years operational experience.
• Deputy Director Administration: 2nd Division Master's in Public/Business Admin or HR with 7 years experience.
• Assistant Director Admin: 2nd Division Master's in Public/Business Admin or HR with 6 years experience.
• Public Relation Officer: 2nd Division Master's in Mass Communication with 5 years experience in media coordination.
• Electrician: 2nd Division DAE in Electrical with 2 years experience in electrical installation and generator operation.

Age limit and other conditions

The maximum age limit to apply for any post is 55 years, while the age of superannuation is 60 years. Employment is contractual for three years, extendable on performance. Government employees must submit an NOC. An affidavit confirming no dual nationality and sole employment will be required during interview.

How to apply

• Step 1: Access the online recruitment portal at www.vu.edu.pk/jobs.
• Step 2: Complete the online job application form accurately. Hard copies are not accepted.
• Step 3: Download and pay the prescribed application fee via online portal challan (Rs. 3,000 for Pay Scale E, Rs. 1,000 for Pay Scale J).
• Step 4: Submit individual applications and separate fees if applying for multiple posts.
• Step 5: Upload all required documents and finalize the application before September 28, 2026.

Important dates

• Advertisement date: September 13, 2026
• Closing date for application: September 28, 2026

Required documents

• HEC attested degrees/transcripts
• Experience certificates issued by HR/Registrar
• Equivalence certificate for foreign degrees from HEC Islamabad
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) for government/semi-government servants
• Medical fitness certificate from a Civil/Government Hospital (upon appointment)
• Affidavit regarding single nationality and employment status (at interview stage)

Frequently asked questions

What is the deadline to submit the online application?

Applications must be submitted online by September 28, 2026.

What is the application processing fee?

The non-refundable processing fee is Rs. 3,000 for Pay Scale E posts and Rs. 1,000 for Pay Scale J posts.

Are hard copies of the application accepted?

No, the advertisement clearly states that no hard copies of applications will be accepted.

Does the advertisement mention a fixed salary?

No, the advertisement specifies pay scales (E-I through J-VI) but does not state a fixed salary amount.

Tips for applicants

• Review all required qualifications and eligibility criteria thoroughly prior to submitting your form.
• Complete the online registration well in advance of the deadline to avoid technical issues.
• Maintain clear soft copies of all educational and experience certificates for verification.
• Beware of fraudulent callers or individuals claiming to offer employment assistance for money.